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Handle Bar
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4.5 stars — good but below 4.8
333 reviews — strong volume
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Ranked against 19 pub businesses in Bendigo
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6 competitors in Bendigo have a stronger online reputation than Handle Bar.
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Who's ahead of Handle Bar
These pub businesses in Bendigo have a stronger online reputation than Handle Bar.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Score | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake View Hotel Bendigo Bendigo | 4.5 | 1498 | 79/100 | |
| 2 | Old Boundary Hotel Bendigo | 4.6 | 1440 | 79/100 | |
| 3 | Tysons Reef Hotel Bendigo | 4.5 | 685 | 79/100 | |
| 4 | Golden Vine Hotel Bendigo | 4.5 | 665 | 79/100 | |
| 5 | National Hotel Bar & Grill Bendigo | 4.5 | 372 | 79/100 | |
| 6 | The Cambrian Hotel Bendigo | 4.5 | 336 | 79/100 |
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About Handle Bar's reputation score.
Where does Handle Bar rank among pub in Bendigo?
Handle Bar currently ranks #7 of 20 pub in Bendigo on Starworks' reputation index, with a score of 82/100. Rankings are based on Google star rating, review volume, and online presence, and update regularly.
Is Handle Bar good? What is their reputation score?
Handle Bar holds a 4.5-star Google rating across 333 reviews, and has a Starworks Score of 82/100 based on rating, review volume, online presence, and how they compare to other pub in Bendigo.
Who are the best pub in Bendigo?
You can see the full ranked list of the best pub in Bendigo on Starworks at starworks.com.au/best/bars-pubs/bendigo. Each is scored on Google rating, review volume, and online presence.
How does Handle Bar compare to competitors in Bendigo?
Handle Bar is scored 82/100 and compared head-to-head against other pub in Bendigo on rating, number of Google reviews, and online presence. Businesses with more recent reviews and a higher average rating rank above those with fewer.
How can Handle Bar improve their ranking and reputation score?
The fastest wins are: consistently asking happy customers for Google reviews, keeping the average rating at 4.8+, responding to every review, and keeping website and contact details current. Tools like Starworks automate review requests and AI responses — most businesses see measurably more reviews within weeks, and offer a free trial to start.
How often is Handle Bar's score updated?
Scores are recalculated regularly from the latest publicly available Google data (typically refreshed about every two weeks). Check back to track progress over time.
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